Clinical SARS MERS Flashcards
1
Q
case definition for suspected SARS
A
fever > 38
lower respiratory tract symptoms
exposure within 10 days- China
2
Q
case definition for probable SARS
A
fever > 38
lower respiratory tract symptoms
exposure within 10 days- China
CXR- pneumonia and ARDS
3
Q
definitive diagnosis for SARS
A
PCR of sputum or stool
4
Q
incubation period for SARS
A
2-10 days
5
Q
symptoms missing from SARS
A
rash
neurologic findings
coryza
sore throat
6
Q
key symptoms of SARS
A
fever
DRY cough
7
Q
treatment of SARS
A
supportive care
isolation
contact precaution, goggles, mask
8
Q
risk factors for MERS
A
recent travel within 14 days to Arabian peninsula
9
Q
mild MERS
A
fever > 38
cough
dyspnea
trouble breathing
10
Q
severe MERS
A
CXR with pneumonia, ARDS
11
Q
spread of MERS
A
airborne
person to person contact
